In The Good Books with Luke Bateman

31 episodes

Book Club: The Correspondent by Virginia Evans
19/05/2026 | 19 mins.
We've got mail - and opinions. Luke pens his reply to Virginia Evans modern epistolary masterpiece and smash lit-hit of 2026 'The Correspondent', including why a book composed entirely of correspondence can be more compelling than prose, what it teaches us about making meaning of our lives, the beauty of connecting to others (and ourselves) and why we should all start writing letters again!
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Crafting the Chaos of Dungeon Crawler Carl - with author Matt Dinniman and audiobook narrator/producer Jeff Hays
12/05/2026 | 26 mins.
It's hilarious, it's heart-wrenching, it's hectic. It's one of the most addictive series in modern fiction. And it's one awesome audiobook experience.
It's Dungeon Crawler Carl - and in this episode, Luke chats to the masterminds behind it: author Matt Dinniman and audiobook producer, narrator and voice actor Jeff Hays.
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The Incredible Science-Backed Benefits of Reading
05/05/2026 | 15 mins.
Here's why books ARE good!
Luke pages through multiple studies showing the (often mind-blowing) ways that reading has been proven to be beneficial for us.
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Luke Hears From YOU!
28/04/2026 | 15 mins.
It's time to hear some of the beautiful messages about books and reading that have been generously shared from the Good Books community, as Luke reacts and gives his thoughts. And it just might get emotional.
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BOOK CLUB: The Midnight Library by Matthew Haig
21/04/2026 | 17 mins.
Luke reflects on the life-affirming messages within Matthew Haig's best-seller the Midnight Library; delving into its themes of alternate lives, regret and possibility and how he saw himself within it.
Plus, find out which book the Good Books Club will be looking at next!
Warning: this episode contains brief mentions of self harm
Join in the Book Club discussion! We'd love to hear your thoughts on this book.
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About In The Good Books with Luke Bateman

What’s your story? Everyone has one — the ones we read and the ones we live. In The Good Books is a new weekly podcast that serves as a community for those who believe in the power of a good story. Each week, host Luke Bateman shares the books that have shaped his world, from timeless classics to buzzy bestsellers. He’ll also sit down with the most fascinating voices in the literary world — from bestselling authors to emerging new talent — as they reveal the inspirations behind their work. This is more than a book club; it's a space to explore how the stories we consume influence the lives we lead. We want to hear from you! Send us your audio by emailing us at [email protected]. Follow all the action on our socials: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inthegoodbooks_podcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@inthegoodbooks_podcast

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